Manalive is a novel written by the acclaimed British author and philosopher, G.K. Chesterton. It tells the story of Innocent Smith, a man who is accused of various crimes, including burglary, polygamy, and attempted murder. However, as the story unfolds, it becomes clear that Smith is not a criminal but rather a man who is fully alive and joyful, living life to the fullest.The novel is a lighthearted and whimsical tale that explores themes of love, morality, and the meaning of life. Chesterton uses his signature wit and humor to create a cast of eccentric characters who are all drawn to Smith's infectious zest for life. The story is set in a boarding house in London where Smith takes up residence and proceeds to turn the lives of its inhabitants upside down.As the novel progresses, the reader is taken on a journey of self-discovery as the characters learn to embrace life and all its complexities. Chesterton's writing is both insightful and entertaining, and his philosophical musings are woven seamlessly into the narrative.Overall, Manalive is a delightful and thought-provoking novel that celebrates the joys of life and encourages readers to live fully in the present moment.All next day at Beacon House there was a crazy sense that it was everybody's birthday. It is the fashion to talk of institutions as cold and cramping things. The truth is that when people are in exceptionally high spirits, really wild with freedom and invention, they always must, and they always do, create institutions.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.